Industrial Partnership Conference (IPC) 2026
Where Industry Meets Research and Partnerships Begin.
October 20, 2026 | German Jordanian University, Amman
Integrated within the International Conference on Future Tech (ICFT) 2026
What is IPC?
The Industrial Partnership Conference (IPC) is GJU's dedicated platform for building strategic partnerships between industry, academia, government, and international organizations.
Integrated within ICFT 2026, IPC is designed to move beyond networking—bringing together decision-makers, researchers, and innovators to initiate collaborative research, consultancy, innovation, workforce development, and funding opportunities.
Every participant leaves with meaningful connections and concrete next steps.
Why Should Industry Participate?
Access the Right Experts |
Solve Real Business Challenges |
Build Strategic Partnerships |
Expand Your Network |
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Meet GJU researchers, professors, engineers, and innovation specialists working in your sector. |
Present your organization's challenges and explore collaborative solutions with multidisciplinary academic teams. |
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Connect with government entities, German partners, development organizations, and leading companies participating in ICFT. |
Conference Themes
Discussions and matchmaking are organized around six strategic sectors:
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Chemical & Pharmaceutical Industries
- Digital Transformation & Artificial Intelligence
- Sustainable Technologies & Energy
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation Ecosystems
- Workforce Development & Dual Education
Each sector is led by multidisciplinary GJU experts and matched with relevant industry participants before the conference begins.
IPC Agenda: TUESDAY, OCT 20, 2026
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Time |
Session |
Format |
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09:30 |
Registration & Welcome Coffee |
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10:00 – 10:20 |
Commencement by MC Welcome by GJU President Welcome by DI-TECH Dean |
Commencement by MC Prof. Alaaldeen Alhalhouli Prof. Osama Saadeh |
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10:20–11:00 |
From National Priorities to Industrial Impact: Partnerships and Innovation in Practice
Moderator: Walid Alsaleh |
GIZ - Salah Aljamaani ACI - Lina Hushky BayWa - Yaman Ryalat Mahle—Dr. Uli Blessing Aramex—Liyan Maani |
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11:00–11:30 |
Identified Collaboration
Signing MOUs |
1. Broccoli for Development and Capacity Building 2. Galaxy for Development 3. Good Neighbors International - Jordan Office 4. Mubadroon Ma’an for Development and Training 5. Yarmouk University - DSA 6. Queen Rania Teacher Academy |
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11:30–12:00 |
Coffee Break |
Networking |
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12:00 - 1:00 |
Industry Challenge Pitches Statements from selected companies to seed the discussion |
1. Tafkeek – Sudki Hamdan 2. Maaden – Maryam Alessaw 3. Week One - Tanja Morsch 4. The Journey – Farah Oweis |
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1:00 - 1:45 |
Lunch |
Networking |
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1:45 - 2:30 |
Selected investigators present technologies. capabilities, and innovation opportunities with industry application potential |
1. Dr. Sahar Qadaan 2. Dr. Nafisa Alrefai 3. Naser Abu Daqqa 4. Koun—Othman Al-Abweini Khairi Saleh |
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2:30 - 3:00 |
Coffee Break |
Networking |
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3:00 - 3:30 |
Strategic Matchmaking & Partnership Development |
Networking |
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3:30 - 4:00 |
Closing Plenary Signing MOUs Summary of identified collaboration opportunities; partnership announcements |
Arab Potash Company Volt Academy Organic G Washy Wash |
Email: ditech@gju.edu.jo
Join the Conversation. Build the Partnership.
Whether you are looking for research expertise, innovation partners, skilled talent, or new collaboration opportunities, IPC is where meaningful partnerships begin.